If You Thought Snoopy Was a Beagle, You Have To Meet Bailey
Many of us grew up enjoying comic strips, and Peanuts was definitely a favorite. We loved the characters and how they interacted with each other, but there was one relationship that was especially special. It was the relationship between Charlie Brown and his beloved beagle, Snoopy. Snoopy also had a friend, Woodstock, and they had many adventures together. If you grew up thinking Snoopy was a beagle, I’d like to introduce you to Bayley. She looks exactly like Snoopy, but she isn’t a beagle, she is a sheepadoodle. We live in a...
Gray Whales Visit a Boat Captain for Some Regular Grooming
Ask anyone who has an animal in their life and they will tell you, animals have the ability and desire to show love. This is also true of wild animals, and we have plenty of stories of people who get close to every wild animal imaginable, from lions to the local gray squirrel. Another animal that fits into this category is the gray whale. We may not see them very often, as we live on opposite sides of the ocean’s surface, but some people do run across them on occasion. This includes a boat captain, Paco Jimenez Franco. He is more than...
Golden Retriever Finds a Forever Friend with the Puppy Next Door
If there is one thing that we all need in life, it’s a friend. We treasure the friendships that we have and we welcome the opportunity to bring new friends into our lives. This isn’t only true of humans, even dogs need friends as well. One family discovered this when they moved, along with their golden retriever, Brinkley, to a new location. Shortly after moving, they realized that Brinkley was missing his old friends. He had a beautiful personality, but that personality changed and he was moping more often than not. Photos:...
Abandoned Puppies Stepped into the Road and Changed 3 Family’s Lives
Our lives can change in an instant. Things may be going fine at one moment and in a heartbeat, they can be completely upside down. It seems as if that is what happened to three adorable puppies when they were abandoned along the side of the road. It was during a massive rainstorm, but their lives were going to change again, for the better. When someone saw the puppies playing alongside the road, they realized that they needed help. Fortunately, they were part of Love Furry Friends Rescue, and they knew just how to handle the situation....
A Rescuer Learns a Valuable Lesson When Adopting a Hospice Cat
One of the most difficult things that a pet parent has to go through is when their pet passes away. It’s unfortunate that they have short life spans compared to humans, but we love them so much that we just continue to bring more and more into our homes. Sometimes, however, we need to make a decision when it comes to adopting a pet. That is what one woman experienced when adopting a senior cat with cancer. At first, she was nervous that adopting Elton would be a very painful experience. She knew that he had a short life ahead of him, as...
How One Spicy Kitten Learned to Love and Found a Forever Home
Our hearts really go out to any kittens that are found on the street. In many cases, they are struggling just to make it from one day to the next, but there are kind people who help. That is the case with Flatbush Cats. They are a cat rescue in Brooklyn, New York, and they work with cats every day. This included one little kitten named Loko that was spicy when they first brought him in, but it wasn’t long before he was literally eating out their hands. It wasn’t unusual to have cats that were sassy when they arrive at the shelter....
Lion’s Mane for Dogs and Cats to Support Brain Health!
We humans want to get the most out of our later years, and we want the same for our animal companions. There are things we can do to support movement, activity, and brain health as our dogs and cats age.1 Let’s look at how Lion’s Mane for dogs and cats can support our furry family members as they get older. Canine Cognitive Dysfunction and Its Symptoms As animals age, they can develop Alzheimer’s-type symptoms, similar to humans. It’s called Canine Cognitive Dysfunction (CCD), also known as doggie dementia.2 Cats can...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Symposia survey, foster care survey insights and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. 5 important insights from our National Foster SurveyThe 2022 National Foster Survey conducted by Maddie’s Fund®, provides valuable insights into the utilization and support of foster care programs for dogs and cats in the United States. The survey examined the dynamics of foster care programs and identified important factors impacting foster care placement. Versions of the survey have also been conducted for… Learn More The June Weekly Community...
Baby Raven Forms Sweet Morning Routine With Veterinarian Who Rescued Him
The relationships that can be formed between animals and people are truly special. Forming bonds with pets is one thing, but forming bonds with wild animals is even more unique. We sometimes see relationships between people and wildlife form in subtle ways, but other times, the relationships can be just like those of conventional pets! Photo: Pxfuel A rescue raven named Walter is a prime example of this. Walter was rescued as a baby by veterinarian Linnett Lee. Lee hoped to rehabilitate Walter, but it soon became apparent that he...
Scientists Want To Interview Cat Owners Whose Felines Have Chronic Mobility Problems
Are you a cat parent to a feline who suffers from chronic mobility problems? Scientists need your help. A study is being conducted by scientists from the Animal Welfare Epidemiology Lab at the University of California, Davis to help address mobility issues in felines. Photo: Pexels/Sam Lion According to the university’s recruitment page, the purpose of the research is to “investigate video telehealth as a way to provide non-medical advice on at-home management for caretakers of cats suffering with chronic mobility-related...
Fire Devastates Florida Wildlife Center And Kills Nearly All Its Animals
Dozens of animals passed away following a devastating fire at the Alligator and Wildlife Discovery Center in Madeira Beach, Florida. The education center housed over 250 exotic animals that were rescued and surrendered from pet owners in the Tampa Bay, Florida area. We suffered from a tragic fire last night. Nearly all of the animals are gone. We are devastated. Posted by Alligator & Wildlife Discovery Center on Thursday, July 13, 2023 The center took to Facebook to share about the devastating news. They said, “We suffered from...
Senior Golden Retriever Can’t Stop Smiling After Being Saved From Neglect
It’s so sweet to see a dog with a rough past living his or her best life after being rescued. People love a good success story, and that’s exactly what a 10-year-old golden retriever with Kit is offering the world. According to PEOPLE, Kit was found as a stray in Turkey. Photo: TikTok/@hangingwith_henry Registered nurse Lindsay Paluba volunteers with the nonprofit Tattered Paws and Golden Hearts. Through that organization, rescue dogs in Turkey are placed in homes in the United States, and Kit was a prime candidate. While Paluba...
Rescue Dog with Health Issues of Her Own Helps Her Human Through Cancer Diagnosis
The following story was submitted in the Pawsitively Picture Perfect photo contest. The top three finishers received $500 in cash, as well as $2,000 in cash and supplies for their favorite shelter. To read more stories, click here! Ruby is 9, and she’s had terrible food allergies all of her life. She doesn’t let that stop her. PHOTO: TERESA FASANO I make her food, and I give her special baths. She loves everyone, and she wants to be friends with all creatures great and small. SHARE YOUR OWN RESCUE STORY We go for car rides, which...
Young Aries is the Ideal Pet for Anyone Looking for a Smart, Energetic Pup
Meet Aries, aka Zeus. No, the name change doesn’t mean he’s on the lam wanted by Johnny Law. There were just too many Zeus’s at the shelter. The staff at Pima Animal Care Center made the following comments about this sweet, handsome boy: Aries is a big playful puppy who has been bounced around far too much in his young life. This boy really deserves a happily ever after — forever, this time! In previous homes, Aries lived with a child and reportedly did well, though he’s an energetic boy who may be a bit much for...
“Swifties” Can Adopt Cats for Just $13 Thanks to Upcoming Seattle Concert Performances
Great news for feline lovers in the Emerald City: In order to celebrate Taylor Swift’s upcoming concerts in Seattle next weekend, the Seattle Animal Shelter is reducing adoption fees for adult cats to just $13 (normally $35-$75) — reportedly Swift’s favorite number — for one week beginning Tuesday, July 18, to Tuesday, July 25, 2023. According to Axios Seattle, as more cats continue to come in each week, every adoption frees up space for another kitty “to find their forever home and peacefully sleep on...
Cruise Ship Passengers Baffled As Whales Slaughtered Before Them In Faroe Islands
Passengers aboard the Ambassador cruise line’s ship Ambition were met with a distressing sight during their visit to the Faroe Islands. As they docked in the port area, they bore witness to a traditional hunt in which 78 pilot whales, members of the dolphin family, were slaughtered, CBS News reports. The incident has ignited a wave of concern among wildlife conservationists and travelers alike, prompting reflection on the delicate balance between cultural practices and the preservation of marine life. Photo: Wikimedia Commons / U. S....
Cats Make Beautiful AI Artwork And Find A New Home
We all know cats love keyboards. These rescue cats are using their love of keyboards to create AI artwork and get adopted. If you have a cat, you don’t need anyone to tell you that they love walking around on your keyboard. The more you are on your computer, the more they want to be on the computer as well. I know from experience that it is impossible to keep them from walking on the keys, so what are you to do? There is an old saying: If you can beat them, join them! Photos: YouTube / Best Friends Animal Society That’s exactly...
Man Rescues 70 Cats and Needs 3 Apartments to Care for Them
A man saw the need to care for strays in Morocco so he rented three apartments and filled them with cats. We often hear that there is more happiness in giving than in receiving. That is true, and giving takes on many different forms. A good example of this is what one man has done in Morocco. He recognized the danger that stray cats were in, and he decided to do something about it. Photos: YouTube / The Dodo In fact, he took things to an entirely new level when it comes to giving. Any stray cat needs help, but in Morocco, the situation is...
Wild Squirrel and Dog Become Friends With a Daily Visit
The true story about a wild squirrel that stops by for a daily visit with her BFF, Oliver the dog. We’ve all heard that birds of a feather flock together, but that doesn’t always hold true. We’ve also heard about ‘strange bedfellows’ and that seems to fit this story quite nicely. Photos: YouTube / The Dodo It’s a true story about a wild squirrel that comes every day to visit a dog. She is very faithful about her visits, and if she doesn’t come for a few days, she is sorely missed. A Friendship Is Born...
How Genetics Can Influence Your Dog’s Behavior
Fear, aggression and other behavioral problems in dogs often arise from maltreatment, lack of socialization and other issues. But science is showing that genetics also play a part. Behavior problems are among the top reasons dogs are surrendered to shelters. In fact, a study of 12 animal shelters across the US found that 40% of people relinquishing their dogs cited behavioral problems as one of the reasons, with aggression as the most frequently-reported issue. Although abuse, neglect and poor socialization clearly contribute to fear,...
